Jalan Sriwijaya | LaLa Begin Exclusive Navy Bit Loafers with VIBRAM Sole

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・Special specifications with a wider width, thicker sole, and silver bits
・Navy blue is a point of difference
・Easy to wear thanks to the hand-sewn construction
・The sole can be replaced, so you can love them for a long time
It is often said that people look at your feet, and indeed, "good leather shoes" have an aura and presence. Especially, mannish leather shoes tighten up your styling, making them an essential item for a boyish look. We wanted comfortable leather shoes that make you look mature and elegant just by wearing them, and that you can love for a long time. When we had this thought, we were thrilled with Jalan Sriwijaya loafers.
When it comes to Jalan's standard loafers, the slim "City" model is famous. However, there are two types of lasts for women, and there are also French bit loafers with a wider fit. They can be worn with plenty of room in the instep and toe, and the bits add a touch of dressiness to your outfit. For this model, we made a special order to use a Vibram sole so that they are non-slip, lightweight, and can be walked in vigorously. We chose navy blue leather, which is easy to match and gives a light impression. By using silver bits, they have a handsome finish that also suits casual wear. With the thicker sole, they seem to add depth to your outfits with their just-right "plumpness."
And while the appearance is appealing, the comfort is Jalan's specialty. This is due to the adoption of the rare "Hand-welted Goodyear welted construction." This method uses a curved needle to sew the upper, insole, and welt together, a process that cannot be mechanized and can only be done by hand by craftsmen. This allows for the use of thick leather for the insole, and eliminates the need for the "rib tape" required in machine sewing, making the sole more adaptable to the foot and more flexible. While breaking in new shoes is part of the charm of great shoes, we want to minimize the burden on our feet, so this is a welcome feature! And of course, the sole can be replaced, so you can love them for a loooong time. Wear them without hesitation.
Jalan Sriwijaya celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2023. Since its founding in Indonesia, the founder, who trained in England, the mecca of shoes, and France, the pinnacle of leather, has reformed his own factory and grown it into a world-class shoe factory. It is a reliable brand that balances high quality, learned from the masters, with friendly prices. May these good shoes, these navy blue loafers, become your lucky charm that takes you to special places!